Six spots for a starchy pre-marathon meal

2:33 PM,
Sep. 27, 2013

The Ark of the Covenant comes with wild salmon and a side of 'Natty Bread' at Nine Mile.

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This weekend, thousands of runners from 40 states - and even places as far-flung as Ireland - will descend upon the city for the Asheville Citizen-Times Marathon. They'll come ready to conquer up to 26.2 miles, which makes loading up on plenty of carbohydrates essential.

Where to fuel up for the big day? Here are six restaurants, all located close to downtown.